The 25 Best Tech Gifts That Are Perfect for Everyone

What makes a perfect gadget gift? It might be something that entertains and delights, like a new high-resolution 4K TV or a streaming media box. It could be something with practical benefits, like a spoken home assistant or a robotic vacuum. Or it may just provide hours of silly fun, as a new game console or a real-life Star Wars droid can undoubtedly do.

We have all of those things and plenty more in our list of the 25 best tech gifts you can buy right now. Some of these are pretty extravagant picks, others won't break the bank (as much). All of them are worth giving to someone who could use the tech boost.

Best streaming devices and TV gifts

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Amazon Fire TV Stick

Amazon, $40 The Apple TV packs frills, but Amazon's latest Fire TV Stick is super cheap and effective. It streams Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and more, all for just $40. Plug it in to your TV and start binge-watching.Where to buy: Amazon

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Vizio SB3621 sound bar

Vizio, $148 TV too quiet? Vizio's 2.1 channel sound bar is one of the best in this price range, with a wireless subwoofer enabled with Bluetooth for streaming music from your phone.Where to buy:Vizio and Amazon

Best video game gifts

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo, $300 New Nintendo is classic Nintendo: the Switch is a bit weird, working both a TV-ready and portable console, but it's truly wonderful, too, with brilliant Mario and Zelda games worth buying with this hybrid.Where to buy: Nintendo and Amazon

Super Mario Odyssey

Nintendo, $60 As mentioned, Super Mario Odyssey is a spectacular new 3-D entry that finds Mario wielding a living hat -- which lets him inhabit enemies and other creatures. Wacky!Where to buy: Nintendo and Amazon

Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus

Bethesda Softworks, $60 It's a pretty ideal time to blast the hell out of Nazis. Then again, when isn't? The subversive and satisfying Wolfenstein II lets you do just that on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, or PC.Where to buy: Bethesda, Steam, and Amazon

Forza Motorsport 7

Microsoft, $60 There's no better showcase for the new Xbox One X console than this powerhouse racing affair, but it's still plenty pleasing on an older Xbox One or a gaming PC.Where to buy: Microsoft and Amazon

Best gadgets and gifts for the home

Hue Color starter kit

Philips, $135 Still using plain ol' light bulbs? C'mon, get with the times! Just kidding, it's fine -- but Hue's bulbs change colors, offer lighting scenes for different moods, and can be controlled with your phone.Where to buy: Hue and Amazon

Amazon Echo (2nd Gen)

Amazon, $100 Amazon's home speaker just got a makeover. Now it's a bit more stylish and cheaper while its voice assistant is still super handy for answering questions and playing tunes.Where to buy:Amazon

Nest Thermostat E

Nest, $169 You might be tempted to crank the heat 24/7 this winter, but Nest's new Thermostat E can make smarter, more efficient use of your heater -- saving some cash in the process.Where to buy:Nest and Amazon

Deebot N79 Robotic Vacuum

Ecovacs, $199 Roomba isn't the only name in robo-vacs these days, and Ecovacs' Deebot N79 is both cheap and effective at sweeping up your space. Plus, you can keep tabs on the cleaning machine via your phone.Where to buy: Ecovacs and Amazon

Best phone accessories and gadgets

iPhone X

Apple, $999 Surely nobody needs a $1,000 smartphone -- but we can sure as hell desire one, and Apple's brand new iPhone X is a beauty. They'll let you pay monthly over two years, too...Where to buy: Apple

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Pixel Buds

Google, $159 Google's fancy new earbuds take a cue from Apple's AirPods with their on-the-go charging cradle. They also offer real-time language translation in your ear, which is science fiction, but not, because it is real.Where to buy: Google

Google Home Mini

Google, $49 Put the Google Assistant anywhere in your home with this button-like speaker, which responds to your queries, controls smart home devices, and can even stream your music.Where to buy: Google

Moov Now

Moov, $60 Without a screen, the Moov Now is much cheaper than your average fitness tracker. But it does its job well, is solidly stylish (with an array of colors to choose from), and has audio workout coaching via the phone app.Where to buy:Moov and Amazon

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Andrew Hayward is a freelance writer and Thrillist contributor. Follow him on Twitter @ahaywa.